Day 1 | Welcome to Auckland
- Personal airport meet-and-greet and private transfer.
- Settle into Auckland's vibrant waterfront and begin your New Zealand journey.
- Wander the stylish laneways of Britomart, stroll along Viaduct Harbour, browse boutique shops, and enjoy exceptional waterfront dining.
Day 2 | Waiheke Island
- Escape to Waiheke Island, renowned for its boutique vineyards, olive groves, and spectacular coastal scenery.
- Choose between a guided food and wine experience, an e-bike adventure, or an optional game fishing charter.
- Dine at Michelin-star restaurants, overlooking expansive vineyards and grapevines.
- Discover hidden beaches, artisan producers, and the island's relaxed way of life.
Day 3 | Te Arai & Matakana
- Journey north to experience Te Arai Links, one of the world's newest and most celebrated links golf courses.
- Walk the dramatic Mangawhai Cliffs Track with sweeping coastal views.
- Unwind amongst the boutique wineries, galleries, and artisan producers of the Matakana region before returning to Auckland.
Day 4 | Auckland to Rotorua
- Travel through the lush Waikato countryside.
- Enjoy a privately guided experience of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, keeping away from the crowds.
- End the day unwinding with a multi-sensory wellness experience that blends cultural commentary with the healing elements of geothermal heat, water, mud, and steam.
Day 5 | Rotorua & Lake Taupō
Choose from a range of experiences:
- Wander through the extraordinary geothermal landscapes of Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
- Take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight to land on a dormant volcano.
- Enjoy world-class fly fishing on Lake Taupō; people travel from all around the world to fish its waters.
- Alternative Cruise New Zealand's largest lake aboard a private luxury charter and enjoy an intimate lunch or sunset dinner cruise.
- Explore scenic lakeside walking and cycling trails.
Day 6 | Māori Culture & Wellness
- Discover authentic Māori culture through guided fishing, foraging, and traditional kai (food) experiences. Sadly, experiences like these are increasingly hard to come by here in NZ.
- Alternatively, explore New Zealand’s ancient Jurassic Podocarp rainforest and discover stories with a local cultural guide.
Day 7 | Lake Tekapo
- Fly south to Christchurch before travelling into the spectacular Mackenzie Country.
- Take a ride on horseback through some of New Zealand’s pristine wilderness and natural landscapes.
- Visit the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo.
- As darkness falls, experience one of the world's finest Dark Sky Reserves beneath an unforgettable canopy of stars.
Day 8 | Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park
- Discover New Zealand's highest mountain and the breathtaking landscapes of Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park.
- Walk the iconic Hooker Valley Track beneath towering alpine peaks.
- Upgrade your day with a scenic helicopter flight and alpine snow landing, or even a tailored heli experience 'picnic amongst the peaks'.
- Alternative: Take flight with Mackenzie Helicopters and journey to New Zealand's highest-altitude whisky hut. A truly exclusive, once in a life time experience
- Marvel at glaciers, turquoise lakes, and dramatic mountain scenery.
Day 9 | Mackenzie High Country
Choose between:
- Cycle beside the pristine waters of Lake Ōhau.
- Spend time on the Sheep Mustering Tour for an unforgettable insight into New Zealand’s rich farming traditions.
- Alternative: Learn the secrets behind New Zealand's iconic pavlova with a local host.
- Relax and soak in the vast alpine landscapes of the Mackenzie Basin.
Day 10 | Central Otago & Queenstown
- Journey through the spectacular landscapes of Central Otago, with snow-capped mountains, deep blue glacial lakes, and dry, golden valleys.
- Optional: Visit the remarkable Omarama Clay Cliffs.
- Enjoy premium wine tasting and a gourmet lunch amongst the vineyards.
- Explore Cromwell and Gibbston Valley before arriving in Queenstown for a four-night luxury stay.
Day 11 | Queenstown (or Wanaka)
- Experience a dream riverside heli-glamp with stunning fire-cooked food from the masters at Base Camp Kitchen in a magical, remote, incredible landscape.
- An optional round at the world-renowned Jack's Point Golf Course.
- Choose an exhilarating heli-bike adventure or a peaceful walk around beautiful Moke Lake.
- You can soak in private cedar hot tubs overlooking the river, relax in a European-style bathhouse, or enjoy luxurious massages and body wraps.
Day 12 | Milford Sound & Fiordland
Experience one of New Zealand's greatest natural wonders, the Fiordland National Park.
- Choose between: A breathtaking scenic flight in a helicopter and a cruise through Milford Sound. Or an exclusive helicopter journey to Earnslaw Burn with a remote alpine picnic.
- Finish the day relaxing in a floating lakeside sauna overlooking a magical lake with crystal-clear alpine skies
Day 13 | Glenorchy Adventure
- Travel to Glenorchy, gateway to Mt Aspiring National Park.
- Experience the iconic exhilarating Dart River Wilderness Jet through glacier-carved valleys.
- Alternatively, explore the backcountry on a guided adventure or hike a section of the famous Routeburn Track.
- Dine at world-awarded restaurants, for that last relaxing dining experience in stunning surroundings
Day 14 | Farewell Queenstown
- Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and one final morning to soak up Queenstown's alpine atmosphere.
- Private transfer to Queenstown Airport for your onward journey.
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